Two years ago, I started volunteering with the Southend SOS Bus, supporting people who have injuries and helping those who have had a lot to drink or are stranded in the town centre. It's completely different to anything I've done before and it means a lot that people come back to say thank you.
What I love about volunteering is the warm feeling of knowing I have done something good to help people. I don't think of it as work - more as a hobby.
My volunteering was recognised this summer when I was chosen as a role model for Dare 2 Dream, an initiative of Southend Children's Partnership aiming to raise aspirations by profiling young people whose stories can inspire others.
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
